Daily Candy Weekend recommendations , October 5-7, 2007

The Weekend Guide
What to Do This Weekend

Ready to rocktober?

SEE
Creature Feature
What: Videodrome by creeptastic director David Cronenberg and the opening of photo exhibit Creature Feature: Unexpected Eerie Images.
Why: A fright for sore eyes.
When: Fri. Film, 8:30 p.m.; exhibit, 10:15 p.m.
Where: Miami Beach Cinematheque, 512 Española Way (305-673-4567).

Rota
What: Brazilian Cirque du Soleil-esque outfit Companhia de Dança Deborah Colker performs.
Why: Three words: giant hamster wheel.
When: Fri. & Sat., 8 p.m.
Where: Carnival Center for the Performing Arts, 1300 Biscayne Blvd. Tickets at 305-949-6722 or online at carnivalcenter.org.

HEAR
Federico Britos
What: The renowned violinist performs with the Esperanza Spalding Trio to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Books & Books.
Why: These are a few of your favorite strings.
When: Fri., 8 p.m.
Where: Manuel Artime Theater, 901 SW 1st St. Info at 305-672-5202.

EAT
Vix
What: The Hotel Victor’s resto has extended their Miami Spice menu.
Why: More time to fancy feast.
When: Thru Oct. 31.
Where: 1144 Ocean Dr. (305-779-8888).

SHOP
What: Lavish boutique’s got a new locale and will be getting in great new lines like Wilster and Erickson Beamon.
Why: Your credit card’s feeling neglected.
When: Payday.
Where: 3433 Main Hwy., Coconut Grove (305-446-0277).

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HEAR
Awesome New Republic
What: Local indie faves play one night only, plus Cassette, The JeanMarie, and more.
Why: Rock from around the block.
When: Thurs., 9 p.m.
Where: Studio A, 60 NE 11th St. (305-358-7625).

EAT
Edda’s Pink Bundt Cake
What: Fifteen percent of proceeds go to the League Against Cancer in honor of breast cancer awareness month.
Why: Goodies for your goodies.
When: Fri.-Oct. 31.
Where: Locations online at cakedesignsbyedda.com.

FROLIC
Earthdance
What: Art, music, and fashion to benefit ECOMB.
Why: Support the green party.
When: Sat., 2 p.m.-4 a.m.
Where: Area 57, 5701 NE 2nd Ave. Info at 786-597-4015.

DONATE
What: Your still-in-good-shape business attire to Inn Transition South, an apartment complex for victims of domestic abuse and homelessness.
Why: Benevolence suits you.
When: Thru Sept. 30.
Where: Sona MedSpa, 6 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables (305-444-7911).

DRINK
Chilean Wine Tasting
What: Five selections, plus hors d’oeuvres and discounts on featured wines.
Why: You love Chile con queso.
When: Thurs., 7:30-9:30 p.m.
Where: Wine69, 6909 Biscayne Blvd. (305-759-0122).

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The Weekend Guide
What to Do This Weekend

It’s back to school time: So, uh, you wanna, like, do somethin’ this weekend?

SEE
Karen Kilimnik
What: The Philly-based artist known for her scattered, deconstructed scenes presents a solo show.
Why: You’re collage educated.
When: Thru Nov. 11. Opening preview Fri., 7-9 p.m.
Where: Museum of Contemporary Art, 770 NE 125th St., North Miami (305-893-6211).

SHOP
Envirosax Totes
What: Pick up an ecofriendly, reusable shopping bag.
Why: Isn’t there enough plastic in Miami?
When: Before your next grocery run.
Where: Lola Boutique, 756 Arthur Godfrey Rd., Miami Beach (305-534-2550); 2584 NE Miami Gardens Dr., Aventura (305-933-8666).

DESIGN
Style Wars
What: Wannabe designers participate in online couture challenges for a chance to compete in the local live contest next month.
Why: You’re a ruching renegade.
When: Now — sew get on it.
Where: Sign up online at moli.com/stylewars.

EAT
Clarke’s Brunch
What: The SoFi neighborhood resto now has a brunch menu: Irish oatmeal crème brulee, Western omelet and Jack cheese spring roll, crab cake Benedict, and lots more.
Why: These are the hollandaise.
When: Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: 840 1st St., Miami Beach (305-538-9885).

Bark Brunch at The Oasis
What: You get a buffet and history lesson about the Raleigh Hotel courtesy of the Historical Museum of Southern Florida; pooches get treats and prizes.
Why: It’ll be fun — fur real.
When: Sat., 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Where: 1775 Collins Ave. R.S.V.P. at 305-375-5356.

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SEE
Tiny Ninja Talmud Theater
What: The ancient Jewish text brought to life via miniature Asian warriors.
Why: Should be good for a nunchuckle.
When: Sat., 9:15 p.m.
Where: The Moore Building, 4040 NE 2nd Ave., Design District. Info online at sobejewish.org.

Rewind/Fast Forward Film and Video Festival
What: Screenings of works celebrating all things South Florida.
Why: There was life before Crockett and Tubbs.
When: Fri.-Sun.
Where: Miami Dade Public Library, 101 W. Flagler St., Downtown. Info at 305-375-1505.

HEAR
Dear Diary
What: Lesley Arfin reads from her book, a collection of diary entries about the awkwardness of adolescence that first appeared in Vice mag.
Why: Smells like teen angst.
When: Thurs., 8 p.m.
Where: Books & Books, 265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables (305-442-4408).

GIVE
Morgan Miller Shoe Drive
What: Donate a pair of lightly worn shoes to Soles4Souls and get 20 percent off merch; two pairs get you 30 percent off.
Why: Benevolence, not blisters.
When: Thru Sept. 30.
Where: 1634 Euclid Ave., Miami Beach (305-672-6658).

DANCE
FM
What: DJs, Malibu rum sno-cones, and artist-designed putt-putt holes.
Why: Party with frequency.
When: Sat., 6-11 p.m.
Where: Upper Eastside Garden, 7244 Biscayne Blvd. (305-984-3231).

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PLAY
Tourist
What: The Angler’s Boutique Resort is offering a special for locals: two-night stay, welcome martinis, breakfast, and stocked beach bags.
Why: The parents are staying at your place.
When: Thru Nov. 15.
Where: 660 Washington Ave. (305-534-9600). Ask for the Miami Beach Getaway.

LAUGH
Kathy Griffin
What: The self-proclaimed D-lister rips on the A-listers, and it’s funny.
Why: C-list it for yourself.
When: Thurs., 8 p.m.
Where: Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, 5747 Seminole Way, Hollywood. Tickets online at ticketmaster.

BAT
RikRak Eyelash Extensions
What: Fifty bucks off your first set. Go for traditional black or brown, or feisty red, blue, or purple.
Why: Friends are calling you Professor Clump.
When: You’re ready to go the distance.
Where: 1428 Brickell Ave. (305-371-5577).

SHOP
Trafik Tradeshow Public Preview
What: Peruse upcoming collections from 300 designers.
Why: Work, schmerk.
When: Thurs., 3-6 p.m.
Where: Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Dr. Info at 877-872-3451.

EAT
Nutritional Lifestyle Designs Special
What: Licensed dietician Lauren Braun has two new offices; get 30 percent off your first personalized meal plan to celebrate.
Why: The fat makes you look fat.
When: Thru Sept. 30. By appointment only.
Where: 407 Lincoln Rd., ste. 10c; 2999 NE 191st St., ste. 703, Aventura (305-491-6136).

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Frank Sinatra Wine Tasting
What: Wines from Italy and France accompanied by a film of an Ol’ Blue Eyes concert in Princess Grace-era Monaco.
Why: Want some croon with that cheese?
When: Sat., 7:30-10 p.m.
Where: Flower Bar, 649 NE 79th St. R.S.V.P. at eventbrite.com or 305-819-9463.

Ben Kweller
What: Little bit Ben Folds, little bit Sufjan Stevens, the shaggy-haired singer/songwriter performs faves like “Sundress.”
Why: He wrote that one for you. (Sigh.)
When: Sat., 8 p.m.
Where: The Culture Room, 3045 N. Federal Hwy., Ft. Lauderdale (954-564-1074). Tickets online at ticketmaster.com.

Biltmore Spa Special
What: Fifty-minute massage or facial for $99.
Why: More kneading, less dough.
When: Every Fri. & Sun.
Where: 1200 Anastasia Ave., Coral Gables (305-913-3187).

Boteco
What: New Brazilian resto and bar serves up traditional dishes and live music.
Why: Are you hungry? Be frank (and beans).
When: Daily, 5:30-midnight.
Where: 916 NE 79th St. (305-757-7735).

Daily Candy weekend recommendations Wine 69

Ay, Bouquet Lindo



You love your dive bars. The dimmer the lights, the sketchier the bathrooms, the better.

Of course, roughing it does have its disadvantages: no one you’d even think about leaving with (or even wanting to see in the daylight) and next day’s ashtray hair.

Let Wine 69 be the yin to your cheap G&T yang. The wine bar just opened along the construction hellhole that is Biscayne Boulevard, so after braving the gravel pits and puddles, you’ll need a glass (or three) from the cozy spot’s extensive collection.

Owner Ben Neji says he’s been drinking wine since he was a kid (it’s okay, he’s from France), and he’s stocked the bistro-style space with more than 200 bottles, many of which come from small-production vineyards around the world.

Be sure to order a few plates from the menu, such as the baked brie with caramelized onions, candied walnuts, and apricot preserves; or the spinach, goat cheese, and tomato quiche.

And the bathrooms? They’ve even got toilet paper.


Wine 69, 6909 Biscayne Boulevard (305-759-0122).




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More recommendations
Everything Will Be Different: a Brief History of Helen of Troy
What: Girl loses mom, girl finds Helen of Troy, girl goes through existential crisis, girl gets a grip.
Why: Time to Greek out.
When: Fri.-Aug. 25.
Where: Light Box, at the Miami Light Project, 3000 Biscayne Blvd. (305-576-4350).

The Setai Day Spa Experience
What: Sixty-minute treatment, lunch, pool access, and valet for under $200.
Why: You love the big chill.
When: Thru Oct. 31.
Where: 2001 Collins Ave. (305-520-6900).

Brazilian Music Workshops
What: Learn to play percussion, guitar, cavaquinho, and more.
Why: Less cowbell.
When: Sat.-Sept. 22.
Where: Hollywood Productions and Partners, 2040 Sherman St., Hollywood. Info at 786-566-1527.

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Electroma
What: Catch the SoFla premiere of Daft Punk’s new film.
Why: It’s not playing at your house (your house).
When: Fri., 8 p.m.
Where: Studio A, 60 NE 11th St. (305-342-0953).

The Devil Made Me Do It
What: Tattoo shop Ochoplacas hosts a group show of alternative art.
Why: Good art makes you ink.
When: Opening Fri., 8 p.m.
Where: Gallery 138, 2633a NW 20th St. Info at 305-868-1457.

BBQ Happy Hour
What: All-you-can eat barbecue like brats, mahi-mahi skewers, and chicken kabobs, plus popsicles.
Why: Where there’s a grill, there’s a way.
When: Every Fri., 6-8 p.m.
Where: Grass Restaurant & Lounge, 28 NE 40th St. (305-573-3355).